1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (414 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 378 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Countach | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
